Lamont Frazier is a household name for basketball fans in the state of Missouri. He played for the Tigers under Norm Stewart, and is in his first season leading the Willard High School boys' program.

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As the coaching carousel spun last spring, some big-name hires landed in the Ozarks.

And, as they have said, it's no accident.

"It's a basketball area," said Dale Lamberth, the former Missouri State University standout, who now coaches Crane High School. "People love basketball. If you went to Missouri State or Drury, you're a recognizable figure in the community." ...